Emergencies and disasters are unpredictable and can happen at any time. While the unknown is frightening and stressful, the ability to cope with an emergency can be improved by having an emergency preparedness plan.
Here are three simple steps to better prepare your family to face a range of emergencies:
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Pages in this Section...
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Bulletins & Newsletters
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Quarterly Chilliwack Emergency Preparedness Newsletter, Special Bulletins, Weekly Emergency Coordination Centre Incident Summaries... |
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Fraser River - Flood Protection Information
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A large portion of Chilliwack's area lies within the floodplain for the Fraser River and, to a smaller extent, the Vedder River. To minimize the risk to the community from floods on these river systems, there is an extensive dyking system in place. The dykes and related infrastructure are maintained by the City of Chilliwack, which serves as the local dyking authority. |
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Hazard Preparedness
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Earthquake Preparedness, Flooding, Foreign Animal Disease, General Preparedness, Interface Fire, Landslide Preparedness, Outdoor Safety, Severe Weather... |
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Other Useful Links
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Here are some additional "links" should you want to review specific information and/or review the myriad of Emergency Preparedness throughout this province, this country and the world. |
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Partners in Preparedness
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They do everything from leading air and ground searches and helping the victims of serious car accidents to setting up networks of volunteer teams and coordinating services for victims of natural disasters. |
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ShakeOut BC - October 18, 2012
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Be a part of the ShakeOut and "Drop, Cover, and Hold On!" |
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Tips to Beat the Heat
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In the summer the combination of high heat and high humidity can be very dangerous. |
